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Celtics Exercise Third-Year Option on Baylor Scheierman

Boston prioritizes a low-cost developmental slot on the wing.

Overview

  • The third-year team option guarantees Scheierman $2.74 million for the 2026-27 season.
  • HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto first reported the move, which was subsequently corroborated by local outlets.
  • With this decision, Boston lists eight players under contract for next season, with team options still pending for Josh Minott, Neemias Queta and Jordan Walsh.
  • Scheierman has appeared in four of the first five games with three points so far, drawing praise from Joe Mazzulla for disciplined defense on Donovan Mitchell.
  • His rookie-scale deal also carries a fourth-year team option valued at $4.95 million that the Celtics would decide on next year.